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The Life Sciences Real Estate Revolution: 3X Longer Leases Than Traditional Offices Our research reveals a striking pattern in life sciences real estate: while standard UK office leases average just 3.7 years, life sciences properties command impressive 11.9-year commitments. This isn't just a number—it's a testament to the sector's unique characteristics and growing institutional appeal. Key findings from our analysis of 76 life sciences leases across Europe: • Most popular lease lengths: 10 years, followed by 15 years • High-spec fit-outs and specialised infrastructure make tenants "sticky" • Different property types show fascinating patterns: - R&D/Labs: most flexible terms, especially for startups in incubator spaces - Production: standardised longer terms (10-15 years), reflecting heavy infrastructure investment - Distribution: in the 9 to 15 year range - Point of Care: government-backed tenants make 25-year+ commitments The implications? This isn't just about longer leases—it's about the emergence of life sciences as a distinct asset class that's reshaping investment strategies in commercial real estate. Want to learn more? Our comprehensive article is published next week, offering detailed analysis of how building specialisation, tenant type, and location influence lease terms. You can subscribe at https://lnkd.in/ePvXN6YZ #LifeSciences #CommercialRealEstate #RealEstateInvestment #MarketResearch Matthew Hopkinson Mark Charlton Maurizio Grilli Monika Sosnowska, PhD, FCCA, ATT Joachim Eeckhout Julian Gitsham Dan Gilbert John Archer BEOS AG M7 Real Estate Ltd